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The Probate Division handles all matters relating to the validity and execution of wills, appointment of guardians, trusts, incompetencies (Baker Act), involuntary treatment of alcoholics (Marchman), involuntary commitments not related to the Baker or Marchman Acts.

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Local Procedures of the Broward County Circuit Court
Probate Division
Revised January, 2004

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Handbook for Guardians
Revised January, 2004

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Background Investigation Package
(Mandatory Checklist)

Guardianship Forms
(Inventory, Plans, Accountings)

Probate Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Personal Representive's Handbook(HTML)
Revised May 2002

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THE PROBATE DIVISION SUPPORT STAFF

PROGRAM ATTORNEY:
Corresponds with attorneys, heirs/beneficiaries and the general public seeking information or guidance regarding estate and trust matters.  The Program Attorney also assists and advises employees in the Probate Clerk's Office as to law and procedure..
Corresponds with attorneys, guardians, family members and general  public seeking information or guidance regarding incapacity, mental health and guardianship issues.
The Program Attorney also assists and advises employees in the Probate Clerk's Office, Office of the Public Guardian and Guardianship Investigator/Court Monitor as to law and procedure.  This position reviews reports of Guardianship Investigators and assists the Judiciary  in determination of whether a case should be presented to State Attorney's Office for prosecution and if so, assists with preparation and presentation of the case.
Alexandra Rieman
(Biography)
Contact Number (954) 831-6340
Located in the Judicial Complex, Room 882

GUARDIANSHIP INVESTIGATOR/COURT MONITOR:
Conducts field investigations and joint investigations with law  enforcement, as assigned by the Court, when allegations of fraud, abuse or exploitation of a minor or elderly ward are received or suspected. The Investigator/Monitor also reviews all guardianship applications for investigation, conducts criminal and credit background checks and Department of Children and Families reports, and provides the Presiding Judge with written recommendations.
Robert Twomey - Supervisor
(Biography)
Contact Number (954) 831-7881
Located in the Judicial Complex, Room 882

STAFF ATTORNEYS
Review all guardian and attorney fee petitions prior to review by the  Presiding Judge. The Staff Attorneys also conduct research and draft opinions regarding all estate, trust, and guardianship matters.

STAFF ATTORNEY TO JUDGE GROSSMAN
Christin Gallardo
(Biography)
Contact Number (954) 831-7332
Located in the Judicial Complex
STAFF ATTORNEY TO JUDGE SEIDLIN
Elizabeth (Lisa) Robbert
(Biography)
Contact Number (954) 831-6338
Located in the Judicial Complex
STAFF ATTORNEY TO JUDGE SPEISER
Jeanne Vagell-Rowlee
(Biography)
Contact Number (954) 831-7334
Located in the Judicial Complex

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